Spring is gradually coming into its own. What marks April, the second month of spring?
- The weather is mild in Styria, Upper and Lower Austria. The daytime temperature is + 15 … + 18C, and at the end of April it starts to go over 20 degrees. However, at night the air quickly cools down to + 5 … + 8C. The number of clear days is increasing significantly.
- There are sudden rains in Vienna. The amount of precipitation is equivalent to nine to ten rainy days. It is important to note that the amount of precipitation increases as we move westward in Austria. For example, in Salzburg there will be 40% more of them than in Vienna. Daytime temperatures can be around + 15C. Sometimes there are frosts at night, the temperature can be -4 … + 3C.
- Ski resorts in Austria, which cannot boast of significant heights and glaciers, are faced with active melting of the snow cover. In this regard, sometimes avalanches and floods occur.
In order to enjoy your vacation, it is important to work out your routes and avoid the foothill Alps.
Is it possible to ski in Austria in April?
The mountain tourism zone in Austria is significant in size, but in April it becomes approximately three times smaller. Even snow cannons cannot prolong the season, because high freezing temperatures lead to the rapid melting of snow.
Ski resorts in Tyrol and Salzburg do not need to be considered. The only winners are the glaciers, among which Zell am See can be noted. It is important to note that the glacier regions are ideally equipped, thanks to which the skiing holiday is able to please. Perhaps you will have time to enjoy the last days of the season.
Holidays and festivals in Austria in April
When planning your vacation in Austria in April, you can enjoy a rich cultural leisure.
- The biggest event in April is Holy Week, Easter. The scale of Easter celebrations is comparable to Christmas. In all stores you can find chocolate eggs, hare figurines.
- Every April, Vienna hosts the Spring Food Festival and the International Sparkling Wine Fair.
- Salzburg attracts in April with a contemporary dance festival known as Salzburger Performance Tage.
Prices for tours to Austria in April
April is the month of budget holidays in Austria. Tourist travel expenses are 30-50% lower compared to the high season.
